1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Ambassador (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 AMC Ambassador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 AMC Ambassador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 AMC Ambassador (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | AMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Ambassador | 407 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2730 mm |
